The Gladiator: The Secret History Of Rome's Warrior Slaves
by Alan Baker
Alan Baker explores the hidden history of Rome’s gladiators, focusing on the warrior slaves behind one of the ancient world’s most enduring symbols. This accessible historical study considers gladiatorial life within the broader contexts of slavery, warfare, public spectacle, and Roman society.
About This Book
Alan Baker examines the gladiator, a warrior slave whose life was shaped by combat and the institutions of ancient Rome.
The book focuses on the lesser-known history behind Rome’s gladiatorial tradition and the people who lived within it.
It offers a historical perspective on slavery, warfare, public spectacle, and Roman society.
For readers interested in ancient history, this work explores the world of Rome’s warrior slaves and the legacy of the gladiator.
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